New front u joints not working properly

2001 JEEP CHEROKEE
220,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JIM 998
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I just replaced both front u joints because they were shot. The new ones are fine in 2 wheel drive but when in 4 wheel they start to fight back when you take more than a medium turn. I have only driven maybe 1 mile. Should I drive more to see if they improve or do I need to take back apart?
Aug 15, 2020 at 5:02 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Which transfer case do you have? Do you have the full time (NV242 ) or the 2WD transfer case (NV231)? Do you have an option that says 2WD, Full Time 4WD, part Time 4WD, 4LO? Or does it say 2WD, 4x4, 4 LO?

Let me know which your selector says and that will determine what could be happening. Also, when you are putting it in 4WD, what selection are you making?
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Aug 15, 2020 at 5:41 PM
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JIM 998
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I have the 2 wheel drive transfer case and 2wd 4x4 or 4 low we are using the 4x4 position.
Aug 16, 2020 at 8:43 AM
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Okay. That is what I suspected. Take a look at the attachment with the highlighted area. This sounds normal due to this so if the vehicle drives normally except when turning in 4WD, I would not worry about it.

Does that make sense?
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Aug 16, 2020 at 6:32 PM
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JIM 998
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Thank you, the answer was great when I read it without making me feel too stupid.
Aug 17, 2020 at 5:06 PM
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Haha. I hope I never make anyone feel stupid. We are here to help so please come back next time you need some info. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Aug 17, 2020 at 7:14 PM